Talking Book and Braille Center Blog
Talking Book and Braille Center Blog
Empowering Accessible Reading in New Jersey
Welcome to the blog of the NJ State Library Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC), your gateway to accessible reading and lifelong learning. TBBC serves New Jersey residents of all ages who have difficulty reading standard print due to visual, physical, or reading disabilities.
Here, you’ll find the latest in accessible technology, inspiring stories, and updates on new resources and programs. Whether you’re a longtime patron or just discovering TBBC, our blog connects you with tools and opportunities that make reading more accessible and enjoyable.
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Published on December 19, 2025 Looking for the perfect holiday gift for a friend, family member or coworker who is blind or visually impaired? We’ve compiled a list of creative,… Continue reading "Last Minute Gift Ideas For The Blind and Visually Impaired"
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December 5, 2025 The Erica C. Vaughns NLS Aspiring Leaders Internship Program was established in 2020 through an endowment to provide legally blind individuals opportunities to work at NLS in… Continue reading "Erica C. Vaughns NLS Aspiring Leaders Internship Program"
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Here are some trusted, completely free apps that can help with reading, daily tasks, navigation, and schoolwork. Reading & Text Recognition Everyday Tasks Navigation & Travel Support for Students Free… Continue reading "Free Accessible Apps"
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The NJ State Library Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC) now offers its popular promotional bookmarks in both English and Spanish. These bookmarks highlight TBBC’s free services for New Jersey… Continue reading "TBBC Promotional Bookmarks Now Available in English and Spanish"
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A federal judge is allowing a Middletown mother’s discrimination lawsuit against her local school district to move ahead. Carolyn Bradfield, who is legally blind and hard of hearing, and her… Continue reading "Blind mom — who fought her N.J. district for a bus for her kids — just won a huge legal victory"
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By Matteo Iadonisi Athletes who are blind or visually impaired make lifelong friendships with Kean University students at this annual summer camp. TOMS RIVER, New Jersey (WPVI) — Athletes show off… Continue reading "‘Camp Abilities’ is a dream come true for blind and visually impaired athletes"
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Published on July 11, 2025 Here you will find everything you need to know about using My Talking Books on Smart Speaker including how to sign up for Open Beta… Continue reading "Welcome to My Talking Books on Smart Speaker"
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Published on July 11, 2025 BARD, the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), Library of Congress’s Braille and Audio Reading Download website, now offers expanded functionality and will… Continue reading "BARD 2.0 Offers New Features for TBBC Patrons "
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NLS Digital Advanced Player (DA2) Published on July 9, 2025 A brand-new audiobook player is coming soon from the Library of Congress’ National Library Service — the DA2 Player! With… Continue reading "COMING SOON TO TBBC!"
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Published on June 27, 2025 Books the way you want them! Do you want 1 or 8 or 10 books on your cartridge? Just let us know! If you want… Continue reading "Surprising Things About Borrowing Books from TBBC"